Benjamin Watson Fantasy Stats

New England Patriots tight ends Matt LaCosse and Benjamin Watson are tough plays for owners this week. Both players are getting an equal opportunity in routes run recently, and given that the Patriots have only had one game with a tight end scoring over eight PPR points this season, the position has become marginalized in the offense. Fantasy owners should consider other options at the position, as the player's low share of the offense damages their DFS value.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson had his most productive game of the year in Week 11. He caught three of his four targets for 52 yards in the game. He was second on the team in receiving yards, behind only Julian Edelman. Watson could have some sneaky value going forward if he can carve out a more consistent role in the offense. The Patriots have gotten very little production at tight end this year and Watson appears to be the most likely tight end to step up. He's worth a speculative add in deep leagues if you need help at the position.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson caught four passes for 28 yards in the Patriots 37-20 loss to the Ravens in Week 9. Watson came down with some catches in traffic against his former team but wasn't heavily featured in an offense that got big games from receivers Mohamed Sanu and Julian Edelman. Watson should retain his status as a role player in a versatile offense when the team returns from their bye in Week 11.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson will go up against a Ravens Defense in Week 9 that is allowing the seventh fewest fantasy points to tight ends this season. They have allowed only one touchdown to tight ends this season and have surrendered a combined 98 yards to the position over Baltimore's last four games. All of this does not bode well for the veteran Watson, who has only four receptions for 44 yards this season. Watson is a capable pass-catching tight end but is still working his way into the offense. Until his targets increase, Watson is not a fantasy option in Week 9.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson caught one pass for 26 yards in the team's 27-13 victory over the Browns. Watson caught three passes last week in his Patriots debut and made a nice catch down the seam for a 26-yard gain in the fourth quarter. It has been a roller coaster ride this season for the veteran, who began the season suspended, was released and then re-signed by New England. He is on the field now and slowly is working his way into the offense. It may not seem like much now but Watson's production could be on the rise over the next month.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson made his Patriots debut in Week 7, catching three passes for 18 yards in the Patriots 33-0 win over the Jets. It has been a roller coaster ride for Watson's time with New England but he is finally in uniform and contributing. The veteran still has the moxie and speed to produce in the NFL but it will take time to work his way into the flow of the versatile Patriots offense. Watson may not have fantasy value now but could become an intriguing waiver wire option if he can make strides in the coming weeks.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson has been released by the team heading into Week 6. Watson recently finished serving a four-game suspension and was active last week but did not suit up. Now it seems like Watson will be denied making his Patriots debut altogether. Watson has tweeted that he intends to try and find a new team this season. The veteran still believes he has the size, speed and moxie to help an NFL team this season. Last season Watson caught 35 passes for 400 yards and two touchdowns for the Saints.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson did not play against the Redskins in Week 5. Watson was eligible to play after serving a four-game suspension to begin the season but didn't even travel with the team. Watson is a veteran presence that brings speed to the tight end position. But his status in the Patriots offense is currently unknown and may have to fight for snaps with tight end Ryan Izzo when he does finally suit up. His next chance to play will be this Thursday against the Giants.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson is returning this week after his four-game suspension to begin the year. It's another weapon for quarterback Tom Brady to utilize heading into Week 5 against the Redskins. The 38-year-old Watson had 35 catches for 400 yards and two scores in a full season with the Saints in 2018. While he can still do some damage and will be a red-zone weapon for the Pats, he'll be more of a low-end TE2 until we see how much they utilize him in their passing offense. Watson's return is bad news for Matt LaCosse and Ryan Izzo, although neither were a big part of the game plan through the first four weeks.

New England Patriots tight end Benjamin Watson left the team's third preseason game after a hit to the head against the Panthers. The veteran caught a 10-yard pass from quarterback Tom Brady and took a hit to the helmet from the Panthers Eric Reid. It was a dangerous hit and Watson did not return. Watson is suspended for the first four games of the season but was eligible to participate in exhibition play. Watson will hit the waiver wire to begin the season in fantasy.